William Davis bought 40 acres just slightly southwest of Centerville, Yell County, Arkansas aound the Petillo Hill area in 1860. I can't find the 1860 census. The land record came from his 3rd great grand daughter.

William Davis born 1826 in Tennessee, Died 1900 in Centerville, was married to Elizabeth. And is said to be the first fatality from a car wreck in Yell County, Arkansas.

I have found this, DAVIS, WILLIAM - PVT - 16 Mar 1863 - Yellville, AR.

HARRELL'S BATTALION

ARKANSAS CAVALRY CSA

COMPANY C....But I am not sure if this is him.

Thanks for any help.

Mike from Arkansas.